Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, one of the fastest growing international airlines, has cemented its position as a leading global player in air cargo industry by winning the Platinum Award (Air Cargo Carrier – 800,000 or more tonnes) at the prestigious Air Cargo Excellence Awards 2012. Organised by Air Cargo World, the Air Cargo Excellence Awards is an annual event to recognise the best performers in the business.

Ram Menen, Emirates’ Divisional Senior Vice President Cargo, said: “It is very satisfying that the world-class and innovative services we provide customers has been recognised. With our network continually growing and fleet expanding as we take delivery of new aircraft, we look forward to offering customers even greater levels of service and providing them with more international trade opportunities.”

Based on a rating system, each airline and airport is measured on specific criteria which subsequently ranks them and identifies above or below average performance. This year, Emirates SkyCargo received a rating that positions them as a finalist in the category of “Air Cargo Carrier - 800,000 or more tonnes”, together with other finalists including Lufthansa, Cathay Pacific, DHL, FedEx Express, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, and Singapore Airlines.

Emirates flies on a daily schedule from Malta to Dubai via Larnaka, Cyprus. Emirates SkyCargo is located on the First Floor at MIA Departures and can be contacted on tel. no 21660102, or at [email protected].

Photocaption: Emirates SkyCargo operates to more than 120 destinations with a fleet of 170 wide-body aircraft, including eight freighters.